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'Very concerning development': Luxon on Iran launching missiles at Israel
Christopher Luxon says it won't help fuel prices in New Zealand, but he's not worried about supply problems.

All Blacks Sevens coach steps down
Tomasi Cama’s tenure as All Blacks Sevens coach is over.

Uni student's death at Palmerston North hospital found to be preventable
The death by suicide of a 21-year-old university student in an overcrowded mental health unit that wasn't fit for purpose was preventable, a coroner has found.

Hundreds of Charlie Chaplin lookalikes gather in Switzerland

Zelensky says No 10 talks to focus on air defence, slams ‘vile’ strike

'He didn't seem to have too much gas left in the tank': Ex-selector on Rishabh Pant throwing away a century

Italy recovers 10 bodies from a capsized migrant boat off Malta. Fishing vessel rescues 48

South Africa's president unveils crackdown on illegal migration

The Coastal Charm of Newfoundland: Where Icebergs Meet Maritime Hospitality

Intel was on the brink of downfall. A twist in the AI race could boost its revival

NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry

Doctors sounds alarm about 'looksmaxxing' by young men
'Looksmaxxing' is a social media trend that's about making yourself as attractive as possible, often with extreme diets, surgery or drugs.

Tour veteran finally breaks Grand Slam hoodoo in French Open
After losing his previous three major finals, the German collapsed in tears after surviving a four-hour French Open epic against Flavio Cobolli.

Peak-hour traffic disrupted as serious crash closes key Waikato intersection
mergency services are responding to a serious two-vehicle crash at the intersection of SH3 (Ohaupo Rd) and Raynes Rd in Rukuhia. One person is reported seriously injured. Expect long delays or avoid the area entirely.

Why one fund manager is 'nervous' about SpaceX list, but you'll probably get a slice anyway
Commentators say most people will get a slice of the company through KiwiSaver investment in funds that track indexes.

Great Barrier Island ferry loses both life rafts
A Lord of the Rings actor was on board Sunday when the life rafts went on their own unexpected journeys.

Can anime therapy help young Kiwis gain confidence?
Japanese cartoon characters got psychiatrist Francesco Pantò through his teens. Now he creates anime-inspired virtual therapists to guide others.

Higher prices, fewer swipes: Retail spending climbs while transaction numbers decline
Total retail spending managed a 1.2% crawl upward last month, but the top-line numbers hide a deeper reality.

Guy Body’s cartoons: June 1-30
Our cartoonist Guy Body shares his view on current events.

Israeli military says it intercepted two ballistic missiles fired from Iran
The military said it detected incoming ballistic missiles from Iran for what appears to be the first time since early April.

Exiled tech billionaire pledges almost £2bn for Britain’s AI data centre blitz

Could Buying RKLB Before the SpaceX IPO Set You Up for Life?

Why make-up sex may not fix anything
After a fight, physical intimacy seems to offer a release, but without conversation, it might not help the relationship much.

Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson apologises for speeding
In a social media post, Marama Davidson wrote she was "snapped" driving 11km/h over the speed limit on a state highway.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to speak after meeting with Australian PM, new polling
It comes as new polling shows just one in four think public service has improved.

Lewis Hamilton hails Kim Kardashian for F1 resurgence
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton finished second in Monaco, on a day when his new girlfriend spectacularly snubbed a Sky Sports interviewer.

Hanging up the fishnets: Drag queen Kita Mean's next steps
Drag queen Kita Mean, aka Nick Nash, says he's keen to nurture the upcoming talent, with less of a focus on performing himself.

Trains between Wellington and Johnsonville remain suspended after crash
A cordon remains around the derailed commuter train which crashed into a concrete barrier on Saturday night, injuring multiple people.